Writing a Personal Expressive Piece Using an Extended Metaphor

Which question should you ask yourself to identify your core message?

• What is my favorite color?

• What is something important to me that I feel strongly about?

• What is my favorite book?

• What is my favorite food?

What should you consider when choosing an extended metaphor?

• It should be complex and difficult to understand

• It should resonate with your theme

• It should be unrelated to your theme

• It should be a famous quote

What metaphor did Mr. Evans use in his example?

• Lanes and navigation

• Mountains and valleys

• Stars and galaxies

• Books and libraries

What is the purpose of using an extended metaphor in writing?

• To confuse the reader

• To frame your ideas and help structure your piece

• To make the writing longer

• To avoid using direct language

What should you connect your metaphor to in your writing?

• Your experience or beliefs

• A random topic

• A fictional story

• A historical event

What is the purpose of asking how a metaphor relates to your experience?

• To make the writing more complex

• To connect the metaphor to your idea

• To avoid personal reflection

• To confuse the reader

What does Mr. Evans use to describe a small action with deeper meaning?

• Pinning a badge to his shirt

• Writing a book

• Building a house

• Traveling the world

What should you reflect on to make your writing compelling?

• The length of your sentences

• The impact of your actions or ideas

• The number of paragraphs

• The use of technical jargon

In Step 6, what should you consider about the issue you are writing about?

• Its historical background

• Why it matters beyond just you

• The number of people affected

• Its financial implications

What is a key component of crafting a strong ending in Step 7?

• Use a complex metaphor

• Reinforce your central metaphor

• Add more examples

• Include a bibliography